# Smokey Toffee Whiskeys Glenfiddich Added to Its Experimental Series with the 'Fire & Cane' Whiskey By Riley von Niessen | Published 2018-11-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-cane References: [glenfiddich](https://www.glenfiddich.com/collection/experimental-series/fire-and-cane/) In time for the holiday season, [Glenfiddich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exclusive-single-malt-scotch-whiskies) has expanded its innovative Experimental Series range with 'Fire & Cane,' a powerful smokey whiskey that also has a caramel toffee-like taste to it. This unique combination of smokiness and sweetness offers the palate a surprising twist that offers whiskey-lovers a truly unique experience. Glenfiddich Malt Master Brian Kinsman further explained the innovative flavor by stating, "During the tastings, some experienced the unusual smoky notes, while others tasted toffee flavors – this phenomenon can be attributed to the [Scotch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-glenlivet-rum-and-bourbon-fusion-cask) spending three months in sweet rum casks." Fire & Cane is currently available from Canadian retailers and sells for $80 a bottle. Given the unique flavor that balances the [smokey and sweet notes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ballantines-sweet-blend), it makes for the perfect gift for lovers of single malt connoisseurs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Combination Flavored Whiskeys:** The success of Glenfiddich's 'Fire & Cane' whiskey showcases the potential for combination flavors in the whiskey industry. - **Innovation in Whiskey Aging:** The use of sweet rum casks to age whiskey presents an opportunity for distilleries to experiment with innovative aging techniques. - **Unique Whiskey Experiences:** The surprising twist of smokiness and sweetness in 'Fire & Cane' provides whiskey-lovers with a truly unique and memorable tasting experience. ### Where This Applies - **Whiskey Distilleries:** Whiskey distilleries can explore different flavor combinations and aging techniques, like the use of sweet rum casks, to create new and innovative whiskey products. - **Alcohol Retailers:** Alcohol retailers can capitalize on the demand for unique and flavorful whiskeys by stocking and promoting combination flavored whiskies like 'Fire & Cane' from Glenfiddich. - **Gift and Specialty Stores:** Gift and specialty stores can target whiskey enthusiasts and connoisseurs by offering unique and limited edition whiskeys such as Glenfiddich's 'Fire & Cane' as high-end gifts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flavor-Fused Whiskys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glenlivet-rum-and-bourbon.md) - [Opulent Scotch Whisky Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exclusive-single-malt-scotch-whiskies.md) - [Stout Cask-Finished Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smokehead-twisted-stout.md) - [Spice Market-Inspired Whiskys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-tale-of-spices.md) - [Vibrant Whisky Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/single-malt-cocktails.md) - [Fall-Ready Scotch Whisky Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scotch-whiskey-cocktail1.md) - [Hybrid Cask-Aged Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-glenlivet-rum-and-bourbon-fusion-cask.md) - [Premium S'mores Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mash-mallow.md) - [Opulent Scotch Whiskies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glenfiddich-1.md)